The cheapest trains from London to Sheffield
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Sheffield will cost around $ 110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 86.
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The fastest trains from London to Sheffield
Fastest Journey
2 h 18 m
Average
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
227 km
Of the 9 trains that leave London for Sheffield every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 227 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Train Information from London to Sheffield
 | Distance | 141 miles (227 km) |
 | Average train duration | 2 h 1 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $79 (€64) |
 | Train frequency | 16 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 16 direct trains a day |
 | Train providers | East Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains or First Hull Trains |
Trains from London to Sheffield cover the 141 miles (227 km) long trip taking on average 2 h 1 min with our travel partners like East Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains or First Hull Trains. Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $79 (€64), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $47 (€38). Travelers depart most frequently from London Victoria and arrive in Sheffield.
Trains from London to Sheffield
Whether traveling for business or pleasure, frequent trains depart from the British capital headed for the south Yorkshire city numerous times a day. Passengers will find services available from a choice of central London stations, with all services terminating at Sheffield train station. Both direct and indirect services are readily available; in some cases, an indirect option is faster than a direct one. The fastest advertised journey time comes in at just shy of two hours.
Which train companies travel from London to Sheffield?
Numerous train providers operate across the London to Sheffield route. East Midlands Trains, West Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway (LNER), and First Hull Trains all offers trains from London to Sheffield. East Midlands runs the only service offering direct trains, with all other companies' routes requiring just one change en route. Indirect services, however, are still very quick and convenient, making indirect travel a viable option.
How long is the train from London to Sheffield?
When traveling direct with East Midlands Railway, passengers can expect the journey to last between two hours and two hours 15 minutes. Travel time for indirect options varies depending on wait times at transfer stations. The fastest indirect options take just two hours 15 minutes, matching direct train times.
How many trains are there from London to Sheffield?
There are frequent departures per hour from London to Sheffield. There is usually one direct departure per hour from East Midlands Trains, raising to two during peak travel time. Including indirect options, passengers can expect up to four departures per hour running from the early morning to late evening. Passengers will rarely wait long for their train from London to Sheffield.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Sheffield?
Departure train station: Passengers have a choice of London stations. Trains depart from London Euston, London Sure thing Pancras, and London Kings Cross. All stations are sitauted in North London, within walking distance of each other. All three have great links to London Underground lines and numerous bus routes. St Pancras provides links to Eurostar services.
Arrival train station: All trains from London to Sheffield terminate at Sheffield station, the busiest station in South Yorkshire. The station is a shared tram and railway station, providing great links to the rest of the city including the universities. It is very centrally located, with many tourist attractions just a short walk away.
Travel Tips
Omio customers book a train from London Victoria to Sheffield most frequently for this route.
The most popular departure train station with passengers for this journey, called London Victoria, is located 1 mile (s) / 1 km from the city center of London.
The most popular arrival train station, Sheffield, is located 0 mile (s) / 0 km away from the city center of Sheffield.
Important Stations and Airports for this Journey
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Overground lines: Watford DC
Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
WifiLockersParkingATMTrain lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
WifiLockersParkingATMTrain lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
WifiLockersParkingATMSubway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
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